Welcome to West of Copenhagen
Just west of Copenhagen, you'll find captivating stories, trash art, giant trolls, and amazing open-faced sandwiches – all just a short trip from Central Station. Here, nature, culture, and creativity come together in an area where community, enthusiasm, and hidden treasures create magical experiences.
Prisons, colours and perfect lunches in Vestegnen
In West of Copenhagen, Vridsløselille awaits with captivating stories behind its green gates, the Heerup Museum with colourful junk art, and Espehus Kro with classic Danish open sandwiches of the highest quality – three experiences that showcase the charm and creativity of the Western Suburbs.
In Rødovre is a small, overlooked gem of an art museum: Heerup Museum.
The gate "Porten" in Albertslund combines prison history, culture and city life. A new gathering place in Vridsløselille, where the past meets the future.
Enjoy classic Danish smørrebrød for lunch and French bistro in the evening at Espehus Kro in the cosy Espelunden park in Rødovre.
Hunt for the Forgotten Giants
In Copenhagen west lies several of ‘The Forgotten Giants’ – giant wooden sculptures created by artist Thomas Dambo. They are scattered throughout the countryside like an adventurous treasure hunt, where you can explore and find them one by one.
Hunting for Giants
Getting around
Getting around outside Copenhagen is smooth and convenient thanks to frequent trains, buses, and well-connected cycling paths. You can even bring your bike on the S-train, making it effortless to combine longer distances with scenic rides. With such seamless connections, exploring the area feels both easy and flexible without needing a car.
Five great places you need to know about
Oplevelsescenter Vestvolden
Go to a museum underground in a bunker or take a walk in historic and green areas.
Slowburn Brewing Co-op
Slowburn Brewing Co-op in Albertslund brews more than just beer. They create community, quality and culture within the old prison walls of Porten.
Friluftsbadet Badesøen
Friluftsbadet Badesøen outdoor swimming pool in Albertslund is the summer oasis of the western suburbs – a place for swimming, sunbathing and socialising under the open sky.
Kroppedal Museum
Kroppedal Museum is all about Danish astronomi. The museum has a permanent exhibition on astronmi as well as several special exhibitions through the year.
Vestskoven
Vestskoven is a green oasis west of Copenhagen with hills, lakes, animals and culture. Discover Herstedhøje, the Viking village and nature's changing seasons throughout the year.
Discover more beyond Copenhagen
Not that it is difficult to convince anyone to discover what lies beyond Copenhagen - but we would still like to offer some suggestions!
The 800-year-old market town exudes a unique maritime cultural history that you will not come across anywhere else. If you let go, you have the opportunity to step into a piece of Danish history, strolling through the old cobbled streets and feeling the breath of history from the market town of the past.